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Cheap flights from South Africa to Lisbon from R5 111

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 13/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — LIS
Mar 21 — Mar 281
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Lisbon
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Lisbon. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 February 2026.

Sun 17/50:30
CPT
-
LIS
1 stop21h 05m
TAAG
Fri 29/59:10
LIS
-
CPT
1 stop13h 20m
TAAG
Deal found 17/2R8 732
Tue 26/50:30
CPT
-
LIS
1 stop21h 05m
TAAG
Fri 26/69:10
LIS
-
CPT
1 stop13h 20m
TAAG
Deal found 16/2R8 989
Tue 8/90:30
CPT
-
LIS
1 stop21h 05m
TAAG
Tue 22/99:00
LIS
-
CPT
1 stop13h 30m
TAAG
Deal found 17/2R9 341
Tue 14/40:30
CPT
-
LIS
1 stop21h 05m
TAAG
Mon 25/522:35
LIS
-
CPT
1 stop14h 25m
TAAG
Deal found 16/2R9 534
Tue 31/30:30
CPT
-
LIS
1 stop21h 05m
TAAG
Wed 8/422:35
LIS
-
CPT
1 stop14h 25m
TAAG
Deal found 15/2R9 550
Sun 15/30:30
CPT
-
LIS
1 stop21h 05m
TAAG
Mon 23/322:35
LIS
-
CPT
1 stop13h 25m
TAAG
Deal found 17/2R9 614
Sun 1/315:55
CPT
-
LIS
1 stop16h 30m
TAAG
Tue 3/38:25
LIS
-
CPT
1 stop13h 05m
TAAG
Deal found 16/2R9 630
Sun 26/40:30
CPT
-
LIS
1 stop21h 05m
TAAG
Thu 14/522:35
LIS
-
CPT
1 stop15h 05m
TAAG
Deal found 18/2R9 790
Wed 17/618:00
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop16h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 24/616:45
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop16h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 18/2R9 902
Mon 9/319:05
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop16h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 16/311:40
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop21h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 18/2R9 998
Thu 2/416:40
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop15h 30m
TAAG
Thu 9/49:10
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop13h 05m
TAAG
Deal found 15/2R10 014
Sun 7/618:00
JNB
-
LIS
1 stop16h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 16/610:55
LIS
-
JNB
1 stop22h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 15/2R10 062

Find flight deals from South Africa to Lisbon

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Lisbon flight deals. Data was last updated 19 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R8 732

One-way from

R5 111

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R10 447
TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 17/5-29/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 25m total
  • South Africa to Lisbon
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TAAG
  • TAAG
  • 13/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 05m total
  • South Africa to Lisbon
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R17 312 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 348 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Lisbon that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 19 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Lisbon that are best for you.

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South Africa

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Lisbon

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownLisbon

CPT - LIS

CPTLIS

Cape Town Intl

Tue 26/5

0:30-20:35

1 stop21h 05m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Fri 26/6

9:10-23:30

1 stop13h 20m

R9 389

JohannesburgLisbon

JNB - LIS

JNBLIS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/6

18:00-9:55

1 stop16h 55m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Wed 24/6

16:45-10:30

1 stop16h 45m

R9 902

Cape TownLisbon

CPT - LIS

CPTLIS

Cape Town Intl

Tue 31/3

0:30-20:35

1 stop21h 05m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Wed 8/4

22:35-14:00

1 stop14h 25m

R9 934

JohannesburgLisbon

JNB - LIS

JNBLIS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 2/4

16:40-7:10

1 stop15h 30m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Thu 9/4

9:10-23:15

1 stop13h 05m

R10 014

JohannesburgLisbon

JNB - LIS

JNBLIS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

1:35-23:10

3 stops23h 35m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Mon 16/3

5:00-0:25

2 stops41h 25m

R10 142

JohannesburgLisbon

JNB - LIS

JNBLIS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/3

7:30-19:35

2 stops38h 05m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Sat 21/3

8:25-23:15

1 stop12h 50m

R10 271

Cape TownLisbon

CPT - LIS

CPTLIS

Cape Town Intl

Tue 26/5

0:30-20:35

1 stop21h 05m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Mon 29/6

22:35-14:00

1 stop14h 25m

R10 271

JohannesburgLisbon

JNB - LIS

JNBLIS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/3

19:05-10:00

1 stop16h 55m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Sun 3/5

10:55-10:30

1 stop22h 35m

R10 303

JohannesburgLisbon

JNB - LIS

JNBLIS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/4

16:40-7:10

1 stop15h 30m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Tue 5/5

22:35-14:40

1 stop15h 05m

R10 303

JohannesburgLisbon

JNB - LIS

JNBLIS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/3

1:35-23:10

3 stops23h 35m

Lisbon Humberto Delgado

Sat 7/3

11:25-10:55

2 stops21h 30m

R10 383

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Lisbon

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Lisbon

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Lisbon?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Lisbon (average of R7 563). Flying from South Africa to Lisbon in August is currently the most expensive (average of R10 447). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How often are flights from South Africa to Lisbon delayed?

About 89% of weekly flights between South Africa and Lisbon have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 159 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for South Africa to Lisbon flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on South Africa to Lisbon flights?

Over the past year, TAP AIR PORTUGAL have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 89% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Lisbon

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Lisbon. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Lisbon. Reviews last updated 19 February 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Qatar Airways, andKenya Airways from South Africa to Lisbon by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 522 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 522 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 522 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 739 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 522 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Kenya Airways
6,8
Okay
293 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 522 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 752 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 522 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Lisbon. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Lisbon from South Africa?

    Located just 6,7 km from the city centre, Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Lisbon from South Africa.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Lisbon?

    TAAG, Turkish Airlines, and Kenya Airways can get you from South Africa to Lisbon in just under 16h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 6h 40m. There are 8192 km between South Africa and Lisbon. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Lisbon one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from South Africa to Lisbon are Ethiopian Air (R2 576), Turkish Airlines (R5 006), and Qatar Airways (R5 116).

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Lisbon?

    Most travellers choose Johannesburg OR Tambo - Lisbon Humberto Delgado, Cape Town Intl - Lisbon Humberto Delgado or Port Elizabeth - Lisbon Humberto Delgado when deciding on the best route from South Africa to Lisbon.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Lisbon that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Lisbon flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Lisbon?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Lisbon.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Lisbon?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Lisbon by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Lisbon?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Lisbon (average of R7 563). Flying from South Africa to Lisbon in August is currently the most expensive (average of R10 447). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from South Africa to Lisbon

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Lisbon. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 19 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SWISSCheapestR7 669AverageR11 397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Air EuropaCheapestR7 991AverageR11 570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
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LufthansaCheapestR8 328AverageR13 143FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapestR8 768AverageR12 295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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TAAGCheapestR8 904AverageR11 611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time58%
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Brussels AirlinesCheapestR9 608AverageR12 371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR9 687AverageR12 097FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR9 733AverageR11 568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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British AirwaysCheapestR9 803AverageR12 810FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air FranceCheapestR9 806AverageR12 198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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